North Salt Lake Justice Court Information
The North Salt Lake Justice Court has jurisdiction over class C and class B misdemeanor level charges that occur within the borders of North Salt Lake, Utah. Criminal charges commonly prosecuted in the North Salt Lake Justice Court can include marijuana possession, drug paraphernalia, DUI, shoplifting (retail theft), criminal mischief, assault, and other domestic violence offenses. The penalties for these misdemeanor charges can include jail time and substantial fines. Collateral consequences can include driver license suspension, the loss of the right to possess firearms, and more.If you are facing criminal prosecution in the North Salt Lake Justice Court or elsewhere in Utah, having the assistance of an experienced criminal defense attorney can be critical to achieving the best result possible. Utah criminal lawyer Stephen Howard has defended clients throughout Utah in some of the most serious felony and misdemeanor cases on the books in Utah. He has a record of achieving real results. Contact us today to see how we can help you.
Contact Information for the North Salt Lake Justice Court
The judge presiding over the North Salt Lake Justice Court is Judge David L. Miller. The physical and mailing address for the North Salt Lake Justice Court is 10 East Center St., North Salt Lake, UT 84054. The phone number for the court is 801-335-8640. The court's fax number is 801-335-8649.Criminal Defense Attorney for North Salt Lake, Utah
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Dismissed - Contractor was charged with theft by deception for allegedly misusing customer funds and failing to complete work that had been agreed upon. A successful motion to quash on legal grounds following the bindover order at preliminary hearing resulted in a complete dismissal of all charges.
Dismissed - Minor in possession charge (MIP) was dismissed by prosecutor when defense analysis demonstrated that the police had failed to obtain necessary evidence against client. Police had raided a large party involving underage drinking. Several individuals were charged, but police did not obtain evidence showing that client had personally consumed or possessed alcohol. Case was dismissed.
Felony Reduced - Client with prior felony conviction was granted a 402 reduction to the misdemeanor level over the objection of the prosecutor. Based on information provided to the court in support of the defense motion, the judge ruled in favor of the defense.
Not Guilty - Client was charged with residential felony burglary and theft charges. Effective cross-examination of alleged victim at preliminary hearing resulted in an admission by the alleged victim that the charges were based on a false report to police, made for the purpose of getting revenge against the defendant. Case was dismissed outright.
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Serving Salt Lake, Davis, Weber, Utah, Cache, Tooele, Summit, Box Elder, and Wasatch Counties, and all of Utah.
Offices in Salt Lake and Davis Counties
560 South 300 East, Suite 200, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
952 S. Main St., Suite A, Layton, UT 84041
Call now to arrange for a confidential initial consultation with an experienced and effective Utah criminal defense lawyer.
In Salt Lake City, call 801-449-1409.
In Davis County, call 801-923-4345.
Stephen W. Howard, PC
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